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kensington

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈkɛnzɪŋtən// kens·ing·ton Archaic

n. a famous and wealthy area in West London known for its museums, parks, and royal palace.

n. a district in West London, England, forming part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is historically associated with the British monarchy and high-status residential architecture.


SIMPLE

We spent the afternoon walking through Kensington Gardens.

CONTEXTUAL

Many tourists visit Kensington to see the Natural History Museum and the Royal Albert Hall.

COMPLEX

The architectural landscape of Kensington is defined by its grand Victorian terraces and the presence of several major cultural institutions along Exhibition Road.

Usage

Always capitalised as a proper name; often used as a modifier in phrases like 'Kensington Palace'.

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